Rosy Jones

There’s always something you don’t know, or can’t get hold of - and the chances are someone else will be able and willing to help. Many people love being involved. The dynamics of working in a team, whether it’s with people you start out with, or with a group of people that you connect with over time is wicked - and those in a wider network are just friends and colleagues you haven’t met yet.Aside from the day-job, I’m interested in helping students and young people think about running their own business - I truly think that once you believe you can, the rest is just accountancy.

Being connected with the students at Universities in Hampshire - they’re full of energy and ideas and the drive to get something done. It’s exciting and fulfilling to be involved with people who are making things happen.

Don’t be scared of talking to someone you don’t know or want to approach - the chances are that they don’t like approaching people either.

Smile.

Decide what it is that you’d like to ask someone for - and make sure you get a chance to ask them!

Make sure you get people’s names and contact details - and that you have some manner of giving them yours.

If someone doesn’t have time or the inclination to help - ask them if they know someone who does.

Email, phone, the pub, the tea shop.